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Creamy Sausage and Potatoes- a 30 minute dinner

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Need a quick dinner idea? In just 30 minutes you can have this Creamy Sausage and Potatoes on the table!  It’s the perfect easy dinner and one of our favorite sausage and potatoes recipes.

Creamy Sausage and Potatoes- quick dinner idea

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This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Shady Brook Farms. All opinions are my own.

Simple, quick dinners are one of my favorite things ever!  I’m all about finding ways to get a satisfying meal on the table without needing to spend hours in the kitchen, especially with school starting again and trying to get back into a more scheduled routine.

Because as much as I love being in the kitchen, I’d much rather spend that time hanging out with my family when they’re around, you know?

I was trying to figure out what to make for dinner recently and remembered this Creamy Sausage and Potatoes dish that my mom used to make when I was a girl.  I was a super picky eater (yup, unfortunately, it’s true!), but this was one dish I was always happy to see sitting on the table when we gathered for dinner.

Little did I know that one of the reasons my mom made it so often was because it’s easy to make and inexpensive too!

Creamy Sausage and Potatoes recipe

The thing that takes this dish from “just okay” to “wow” is good quality, seasoned ground sausage.  Because the rest of the dish is pretty basic, the sausage really makes all the difference.  Its flavor will permeate each bite, so it’s worth choosing a good brand for this sausage and potatoes recipe.

When I make it, I love using Shady Brook Farm’s Mild Italian Turkey Sausage- it tastes just like what I remember my mom making!  And the great thing about turkey is that it’s a lean, healthier substitute for traditional pork sausage.

I also love that Shady Brook Farms works with more than 700 independent farmers who raise their turkeys without growth-promoting antibiotics!  I don’t know about you, but I’m all for avoiding hormones in my food as much as possible!

 

sausage and creamed potatoes

I kind of knew my family would like this Creamy Sausage and Potatoes, but it still made my day when I was met with these comments: “Mom, this is really good!” (from our pickiest eater) and “You need to make this again!” and “Wow, this is very tasty, Babe!”  Our 18 mo. old gave her own approval by eating thirds.

And me?  Well, I thoroughly enjoyed every bite.  But what made it even better was the fact that it took me just a tad over 30 minutes, start to finish, to get this dinner on the table.  Now that, my friends, is a true winner!

creamy sausage and potato recipe- an easy sausage and potatoes recipe

Creamy Sausage and Potatoes- a simple, quick dinner

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Creamy Sausage and Potatoes- a 30 minute dinner

In just 30 minutes you can have this Creamy Sausage and Potatoes on the table!  It’s the perfect quick and easy dinner and one of our favorite sausage and potatoes recipes.

Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Total Time30 mins
Course: Main Course
Servings: 5 people
Author: ThriftyFrugalMom.com

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. ground sausage (I used Shady Brook Farms Mild Italian Turkey Sausage)
  • 1 med. onion, chopped
  • 4 to 4 ½ c. potatoes, diced (no need to peel, unless you want too!)
  • 2 tbsp. flour
  • 1 ½ tsp. salt
  • ¼ tsp. pepper
  • 1 c. milk
  • parsley optional

Instructions

  • Fry sausage and onion until browned.
  • Add enough water to cover sausage, then cook 10 minutes. Do not drain!
  • While sausage is cooking, dice potatoes. (I love using my Vidalia Chop Wizard for dicing the potatoes. Super fast!)
  • Add potatoes, salt and pepper to meat.
  • Cover and cook until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes.
  • While potatoes are cooking, whisk milk and flour together until smooth.
  • Add to sausage and potato mixture and cook just until thickened, stirring occasionally.
  • Top with parsley and ENJOY!

 

PLEASE NOTE: Shady Brook Farms turkey products are available in the following states: ME, NH, VT, NY, NJ, MA, VA, RI, CT, PA, MD, DE, WV, NC, SC, GA, and FL. (For those outside of those states, look for Shady Brook Farms’ sister brand, Honeysuckle White!)

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  • Speedy Spanish Rice & Ground Beef Skillet
  • Super Easy Beef and Macaroni Skillet (American Goulash)
  • Herb Roasted Chicken and Potatoes 
  • Crockpot Tamale Pie
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Comments

  1. KrisAnne Beiler says

    August 30, 2015 at 6:34 AM

    That dish looks yummy! I would love to try a different sausage other than our own that we process and season every winter. I never buy other sausage because I always have plenty in our freezer! 🙂

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      August 31, 2015 at 8:59 AM

      Homemade sausage? Now you can’t beat that, I’m sure! And from what I understand, the coupon can be used on any Shady Brook Farms turkey product, so you could actually get something besides sausage too if you want— since you are blessed with that good homemade kind. 😉

      Reply
    • Ginny Radcliffe says

      December 17, 2020 at 8:22 PM

      5 stars
      This was really Good but not a 30 minute meal took that long for potatoes to get cooked…

      Reply
      • Lydia Beiler says

        January 9, 2021 at 6:47 PM

        Thanks for the feedback, Ginny! I’m sorry that it took longer than 30 minutes. That had to be frustrating. I have noticed that some varieties of potatoes seem to take longer to cook. Maybe that was the issue? I do know that I’ve made it often and it always takes right around 30 minutes but if I get feedback from others saying that it’s taking longer, I will definitely change the amount of time. Because I really don’t want to be misleading about that!

        Reply
  2. Maria says

    August 30, 2015 at 7:17 AM

    I, too, am a turkey sausage fan. I use it with everything: pasta, pizza/calzone, empanadas, and so much more. It’s so much lighter and tastier, to me, than pork sausage. This meal is new to me, never had it with potatoes, so I will have to try it. Thanks!

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      August 31, 2015 at 9:00 AM

      Well, you just gave me some great new ideas for using sausage too! And I think you’ll enjoy pairing it with potatoes. It’s so simple, but so good!

      Reply
  3. Charlene Gerz says

    August 30, 2015 at 7:32 AM

    I love trying the recipes you share and that I have everything needed to make this recipe, including a package of Mild Italian Sausage, already in-house – I get to make it this week! We like turkey sausage better but …

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      August 31, 2015 at 9:14 AM

      Ah, so glad you enjoy the recipes! And hey, you might as well use the sausage you have, right?

      Reply
  4. Dar says

    August 30, 2015 at 7:42 AM

    Our family doesn’t eat beef, pork, or seafood by choice, so turkey and chicken are always on the menu. It can be challenging to come up with fresh meal ideas when products are limited- especially on a budget. I’m always looking for new, inexpensive ways to feed my family of seven (it’s how I found your site!), and this recipe looks like a winner! I’d love to give this new product a try!

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      August 31, 2015 at 9:05 AM

      I can believe that it’s challenging to find new meal ideas- I find it hard enough and we eat other meats! I bet you go through lots of food with a family of 7!

      Reply
  5. Misty N. says

    August 30, 2015 at 7:43 AM

    Would love to win!

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      August 31, 2015 at 8:56 AM

      You are entered! Now if only I had a coupon for everyone…. 😉

      Reply
  6. robin says

    August 30, 2015 at 7:43 AM

    Hi ! I enjoy your website. This recipe will surely be delicious. We love turkey sausage. Good texture and flavor.

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      August 31, 2015 at 8:57 AM

      Thanks, Robin! Glad to hear it. And fun to meet another turkey sausage fan!

      Reply
  7. Kelly D says

    August 30, 2015 at 8:20 AM

    I think my family would enjoy these products. Thanks!

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      August 31, 2015 at 8:55 AM

      Awesome! And you are entered into the giveaway.

      Reply
  8. Elizabeth says

    August 30, 2015 at 8:30 AM

    This looks delicious. It what we call “throw togethers” in my household. Those meals are usually the best loved. I am sure it is also very filling with the meat and potatoes. This would be perfect as I have three males in the house. 🙂

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      August 31, 2015 at 8:57 AM

      Throw togethers- I like that! And yes, my family loves them too. Three guys? I bet you go through lots of food!

      Reply
  9. Jenn says

    August 30, 2015 at 8:37 AM

    This looks like a great meal to make now that the new school year is upon us. Looking forward to trying this!

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      August 31, 2015 at 8:55 AM

      Yes, it’s perfect for a quick school night dinner!

      Reply
  10. Monica Robbins says

    August 30, 2015 at 9:15 AM

    Recipe sounds delicious! We can’t wait to enjoy this!

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      August 31, 2015 at 8:54 AM

      When you make it, I hope you are met with as many happy comments as what I was! 😉

      Reply
  11. Hilary says

    August 30, 2015 at 11:10 AM

    Looks like a great, easy recipe for “real” food; thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      August 31, 2015 at 8:53 AM

      Thanks, Hilary! I’m all for simple recipes that use basic ingredients!

      Reply
  12. Monica says

    August 30, 2015 at 1:04 PM

    Wow, looks great! My family would definitely eat that. Of course I would love to enter the give away contest. My mister loves anything turkey so it would be fun to surprise him with something from Shady Brook Farms.

    Your picky eater story reminds me of an anecdote from my childhood. While not a picky eater, the first time my mom served that old classic tuna noodle casserole (which I guess she hadn’t made in a long time at that point) I thought it was FAN-TASTIC. I was like, why aren’t we eating this every day? Ha ha, can you imagine? I wish someone would say that to me about something easy like that.

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      August 31, 2015 at 8:52 AM

      Tuna Noodle Casserole, huh? Well, you really aren’t hard to please now, are you? 😛 Oh and my man loves turkey too- in fact, he prefers it over chicken!

      Reply
      • Liss Ivory says

        October 11, 2019 at 1:40 PM

        Tuna Noodle casserole sounds absolutely delicious. I’m 27 and it’s the first time I’ve ever heard of this meal! And the creamy sausage and potato meal too. I do live in a different country though so maybe slightly different cultures. I grew up with mince and dumplings and toad in the hole, of course there is no toads at all in it. I’m not sure where it for its name :p
        Great blog! I always love trying your recipes.

        Reply
        • ThriftyFrugalMom says

          October 17, 2019 at 7:06 AM

          Tuna Noodle casserole is actually really quite delicious! And let me guess…are you from England? We actually just moved close to Cambridge a little over a month ago for my husband to complete his PhD, so I’m starting to slowly become familiar with all those English dishes that you probably have grown up on! 🙂 I actually want to try to make Toad in a Hole soon. I’m intrigued!

          Reply
  13. Beth says

    August 30, 2015 at 2:14 PM

    We love turkey sausage and would love to win the prize!!

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      August 31, 2015 at 8:50 AM

      You are entered! 🙂

      Reply
  14. Louise says

    August 30, 2015 at 3:39 PM

    This recipe reminds me of a similar one that I forgot about. I will have to try this one. And I have never used turkey sausage so I will have to try that, too. I, too, am looking for ways to make healthier meals and also don’t like to spend lots of time cooking.

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      August 31, 2015 at 8:50 AM

      Ah, I wonder how your similar recipe is different? Obviously you can use regular pork sausage for this too, but the turkey sausage is often a bit healthier. And yup, healthy quick meas are awesome!

      Reply
  15. Jean says

    August 30, 2015 at 3:42 PM

    I would love to be able to try this sausage for “free”! 🙂

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      August 31, 2015 at 8:45 AM

      You can’t beat free! 😉

      Reply
  16. Jaime says

    August 30, 2015 at 9:27 PM

    This looks delicious (and most important… Easy!)

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      August 31, 2015 at 9:15 AM

      Easy is always nice, right? 😉

      Reply
  17. Karen says

    August 31, 2015 at 9:20 AM

    The recipe sounds delicious and easy. I would love to try the turkey sausage.

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      August 31, 2015 at 10:04 AM

      You are entered, Karen!

      Reply
  18. eunice b says

    August 31, 2015 at 10:20 AM

    We love SIMPLE delicious recipes around these north woods! 🙂 Thanks for the recipe, Lydia, and giveaway opportunity!

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      August 31, 2015 at 12:09 PM

      You’re welcome! And I bet your area will be absolutely breathtaking just soon, won’t it?

      Reply
      • eunice b says

        September 3, 2015 at 8:53 AM

        You’re welcome to come and see for yourself!!! 😉

        Reply
        • ThriftyFrugalMom says

          September 3, 2015 at 8:59 AM

          Well, now, that’s an invitation! 🙂 We keep trying to decide what to do next year for our 10th….maybe we should consider Maine!

          Reply
  19. Ashley says

    August 31, 2015 at 12:24 PM

    Thanks for the giveaway! Recipe looks delicious

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      August 31, 2015 at 12:41 PM

      You are welcome!

      Reply
  20. Deborah says

    August 31, 2015 at 12:24 PM

    I would like to try the recipe and the sausage!

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      August 31, 2015 at 12:41 PM

      You are entered in the giveaway, Deborah! 🙂

      Reply
  21. Susan says

    August 31, 2015 at 12:51 PM

    We would definitely love to try this meat, as well as the recipe you shared! Thanks for the giveaway!

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      August 31, 2015 at 5:21 PM

      Sure thing! Thanks for entering!

      Reply
  22. Diana says

    August 31, 2015 at 4:48 PM

    This looks good! Hoping to win?

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      August 31, 2015 at 5:20 PM

      Thanks for entering, Diana!

      Reply
  23. Nicole says

    August 31, 2015 at 5:43 PM

    Trying this tonight but with turkey sliced and diced! The sausage is too frozen 🙂

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      September 1, 2015 at 9:13 PM

      Way to be creative! Was it good? Or was it a bit bland? I just am curious because the sausage is a lot of what gives this dish flavor.

      Reply
  24. Leigh says

    August 31, 2015 at 8:03 PM

    I’d love to try this recipe! Only cooking for one, so I could 1/2 the ingredients and have leftovers for work the next day! Win! One comment mentioned tuna noodle casserole and that gave me the idea to sub the turkey sausage for the tuna…..with the other half lb. of the sausage. *pats self on the back*

    You should try the Italian turkey sausage in a baked pasta dish instead of burger, it really takes it up a notch!

    Shady Brook Farms products aren’t here in MI, so if you draw my name, pass the coupon on to the next poster. 😀

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      September 1, 2015 at 9:36 PM

      Ah, so smart to cook once, eat twice. And I love your idea for using up the other half of the turkey sausage. Very creative! *patting your back too* 😉

      Thanks for the suggestion of subbing Italian turkey sausage instead of burger. I can totally believe it would be amazing! Will have to try it.

      Also, appreciate your comment about the coupon. Will do.

      Reply
  25. Thao @ In Good Flavor says

    August 31, 2015 at 8:30 PM

    This looks delicious, Lydia! It is a hearty meal that everyone in my family would like. I love how quick and easy it comes together! I’m going to have to make this soon! Pinning.

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      September 1, 2015 at 8:13 AM

      It’s definitely one of those comfort food sort of dishes for the whole family!

      Reply
  26. Tracie Cooper says

    September 1, 2015 at 4:55 PM

    This looks like a great dinner that hubby would love!

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      September 1, 2015 at 8:50 PM

      It’s always a plus when the hubby loves it! 😉

      Reply
  27. Tammy Ash says

    September 1, 2015 at 5:31 PM

    This looks absolutely amazing. As a working mom, this helps me spend more time with my family in the evenings and not be in the kitchen all night.

    Thank you!

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      September 1, 2015 at 9:17 PM

      Yes, I like the occasional time consuming dish because I do enjoy cooking. But most of the time, I’d much rather spend time with my family!

      Reply
  28. Krista says

    September 2, 2015 at 11:56 AM

    Definitely will try this recipe-looks good and easy:)

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      September 2, 2015 at 4:02 PM

      I think you all will like it, Krista!

      Reply
  29. Annette says

    September 2, 2015 at 3:35 PM

    that looks good and easy will have to give it a try

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      September 2, 2015 at 3:57 PM

      Hope you enjoy it!

      Reply
  30. Christina says

    September 3, 2015 at 1:07 PM

    I wonder if this would work with a smoked sausage instead of ground sausage? I very rarely buy sausage but I may pick up some turkey from Aldi if it’ll make the recipe better.

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      September 3, 2015 at 4:53 PM

      I think smoked sausage would probably work too, as long as you remove the casing. (I assume you are talking about sausage links, right?) Part of what makes the Italian sausage so good with this is the somewhat spicy seasoning. But you could probably also get that by adding a bit of black pepper to the recipe. If you try it, I’d love to know how it works!

      Reply
  31. Kirsten Toyne says

    September 11, 2015 at 5:26 AM

    I love all forms of sausage stew and this looks like no exception. I will have a go. Thanks. Kirsten

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      September 11, 2015 at 10:54 AM

      I think you’ll enjoy it! I’ve had a lot of readers messaging me and telling me how much their family liked it. And you can’t beat one dish dinners, right? 🙂

      Reply
  32. Denise says

    September 14, 2015 at 1:49 PM

    Hi Lydia!

    I made this recipe you posted for my family and everyone loved it! It has made the permanent recipe card file! 🙂

    Thanks so much!
    Denise

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      September 14, 2015 at 9:57 PM

      Aw, thanks for letting me know, Denise! I’m honored that it made it to the permanent recipe card file. 😉 Hope you all can enjoy it for years to come!

      Reply
  33. Chris says

    June 27, 2016 at 10:18 AM

    How do you think this would be as a make-a-head? or a crockpot dish?

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      June 27, 2016 at 10:51 AM

      Not sure exactly what you mean when you say make-ahead, but you can definitely make this and then reheat it. I do that with the leftovers all the time! I’ve never tried making it and freezing it, but I think it would probably work- you’d just want to let it thaw completely and then heat up.

      I have never tried adapting this for a crock-pot, but I’m guessing it could work, although I’m not sure what adjustments would need to be made. If you try it, I’d love to know how it works!

      Reply
  34. Robert says

    May 13, 2019 at 2:03 PM

    Hello! I was wondering if I can use frozen diced hash brown potatoes instead of dicing potatoes myself?

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      May 13, 2019 at 2:29 PM

      I’ve never tried that, Robert, but I’m pretty sure it would work just fine! My guess is that the potatoes won’t have to cook as long to get tender, but that will only speed up your prep time, which is always nice! 🙂

      Reply
      • Robert says

        May 13, 2019 at 2:44 PM

        Thank you so much for responding! And so quickly! Can’t wait to try tonight!

        Reply
        • ThriftyFrugalMom says

          May 13, 2019 at 3:14 PM

          Sure thing! Hope you enjoy it as much as we do!

          Reply
  35. Karen says

    July 29, 2019 at 7:50 PM

    5 stars
    This was really good. I followed the directions as written, and wouldn’t change a thing. So yummy and easy to make. I will definitely make this again.

    Thank you

    Reply
    • ThriftyFrugalMom says

      July 29, 2019 at 11:05 PM

      So glad you enjoyed it, Karen! Thanks for letting me know. 🙂 It’s still very much a favorite of mine too!

      Reply
  36. Amanda says

    October 19, 2020 at 6:11 PM

    Just found this recipe and it looks amazing! I’m not a good enough cook to know how everything comes together though and I need super specific instructions. (Sorry, I always feel a little silly asking questions like this! But, here goes…) I am wondering about the water. Do you leave the water in the whole time or do you drain it after the ten minutes of cooking over the sausage and onion, or maybe you are supposed to cook until it evaporates? I’m not sure if it’ll be too thin to leave the water with the milk. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Lydia Beiler says

      October 19, 2020 at 6:25 PM

      Hey Amanda, please don’t ever feel silly for asking questions! It’s how we learn and all of us had questions at one time or another as we were learning. I’m what I’d consider an expert cook but sometimes I still am a bit unsure if I’m doing a recipe correctly simply because I never made it before.

      In answer to your question, yes, you leave the water in the whole time. Cooking the sausage in it helps give more flavor to the dish and then the water is enough liquid for the potatoes to cook in as well. The final recipe won’t be too thin because the flour that you mix in with the milk will thicken the sauce part of the dish. Does that make sense? If not, let me know. Also, I think I’m going to update the recipe instructions to make it clear that the water shouldn’t be drained because I do think that’s an important clarification!

      I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as we do!

      Reply
  37. Christina Josias says

    January 30, 2021 at 8:04 PM

    4 stars
    Easy to make and tasty. I added more seasoning but i generally overseason everything lol i did use half italian sausage half regular sausage because its what i had in the fridge and it needed to be used. I also added some diced carrot while i sauteed the meat and onion and added diced red bell pepper in with tho potatoes. I also made sire the potatoes were diced fairly small so they would cook quickly.

    The only thing i was unsure of was what heat to cook the meat on after you add the water amd if its its covered. Then again after you add the potatoes. Keep at A gentle boil? Or bring it up to a rapid boil and then reduce the heat?

    Othrr than that it was exactly what i was looking for!

    Reply
    • Lydia Beiler says

      February 8, 2021 at 12:18 PM

      I like your idea of adding in some carrots and peppers. It’s always great to consume more veggies, right?

      As for what heat to cook the meat and then also the potatoes. I just always put it to whatever heat it takes to get it to a nice simmer. A rolling boil is too much and will cause too much liquid to cook away. A nice simmer allows the foods to cook without losing too much liquid. That being said, my when my husband makes this he tends to rush things and cooks it on more of a boil. To compensate, he just watches the liquid level and if it seems like the liquid is cooking away too much, he’ll add a bit more water. Really, it’s pretty forgiving if you do that!

      Reply

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